Jobs

Thank you for your interest in working with MEarth!

We are currently seeking the right person for the following position(s):

Executive Director

If you are looking to apply your passion for environmental and science education and outstanding leadership at a one-of-a-kind social good organization … MEarth needs you!

Seeking an experienced Executive Director to take the helm of MEarth in early 2019. Please apply if you are an eco-leader who is dedicated to educating and inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards and science adventurers.

You will guide our programming, marketing, operations and fundraising efforts, while overseeing stewardship of our incredible 10-acre “Habitat,” production micro-farm/garden and LEED-certified culinary classroom and building. You will lead and collaborate with all levels of staff, school districts, funders, community partners, grantors, donors, and clients via in-person, email and phone/video meetings.

EXPECTATIONS

MEarth’s Executive Director (ED) is responsible for propelling the organization forward. Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Leadership/Management

MEarth’s ED is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the organization as well as the long-term vision and sustainability, supported by our Program Director and Property Manager. She/he provides direction to all staff members in support of MEarth’s Strategic Plan and board directives and is ultimately responsible for all administrative, financial, human resource-related, fund development, programmatic and planning functions, including:

Leading the organization’s strategic planning and managing implementation.

Developing and maintaining operational policies and procedures.

Directing, managing and mentoring staff.

Overseeing continuous improvement of all program activities.

Public Relations and Marketing

MEarth’s ED is our primary spokesperson and most visible and active community representative, he/she is expected to:

Establish and maintain strong, working relationships with MEarth’s key partner and client, Carmel Unified School District.

Establish and maintain strong working relationships within the community to support MEarth’s mission and long-term sustainability.

Increase MEarth’s public visibility by promoting awareness of MEarth’s programs and value via social media, monthly and as-needed email communications, community presentations and speaking engagements.

Ensure dissemination of information about MEarth to donors, partners, stakeholders, the community, local businesses and the media.

Financial Management

Our ED is responsible for all fiscal oversight and daily financial management of MEarth operations, including but not limited to:

Preparing an annual operating budget to the Board of Directors.

Developing department budgets with appropriate team leads.

Monitoring income and expenditures on a monthly (or more frequent) basis.

Working closely with MEarth’s external bookkeeper and accountancy firm to ensure fiduciary responsibilities are addressed and in support of all legal requirements utilizing Quickbooks.

Awareness of sustainability, localized food systems/farming, land stewardship/conservation, and culinary/hospitality/event production is also a plus.

Demonstrated grant writing and leadership abilities, managing budgets, and supervisory experience; track record of effectively leading a fast-paced, outcomes-based organization and diverse staff with the ability to point to specific examples of having developed and operationalized strategies that have taken an organization to the next stage of growth.

Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures.

Strong written and verbal communication skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.

Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to business planning.

Capacity and experience identifying goals and individual priorities, mapping out the appropriate steps to achieve success, monitoring and tracking data, and delegating effectively.